Koobface.FQ

It spreads and affects other computers.
It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user.
It spreads
, through instant messaging.

Affected platforms:

Windows 2003/XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95

First detected on:

Oct. 20, 2009

Detection updated on:

May 10, 2010

Statistics

No

Proactive protection:

Yes, using TruPrevent Technologies

Brief Description

Koobface.FQ is a worm that spreads by copying itself, without infecting other files.

It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user:

It uses techniques included in its code to hide itself while it is active.

It deletes the original file from which it was run once it is installed on the computer.

Koobface.FQ uses the following propagation or distribution methods:

Exploiting vulnerabilities with the intervention of the user: exploiting vulnerabilities in file formats or applications. To exploit them successfully it needs the intervention of the user: opening files, viewing malicious web pages, reading emails, etc.

Instant messaging: it sends links pointing to a copy of itself to all users included in the infected user's contacts list.